The Big Picture Party
The British Library, 96 Euston Road, St Pancras
Monday 27 October, 11am –5pm, Free, no booking required
Especially suitable for 3-11 year olds, but all the family is invited to
participate
A magical free event uses picture books and illustrations to unlock families’
imaginations and creativity. Drop-in sessions and art workshops explore themes
with special appeal to young visitors, such as exotic creatures, fantasy and
friendship. Parents, grandparents and carers will discover an ideal environment
for the enjoyment of books, family learning – and drawing.
Britain’s best-known children’s book illustrator, Quentin Blake, launches the
party. A half term highlight, this all-day programme is planned to fill the
British Library. A team of outstanding artists, including winners of the
Booktrust Best New Illustrators Award, lead activities for families with
children of all ages. Other inspiring ‘drawers’ show off their skills on the
Library piazza, where the Celebrity Frame provides the event’s centrepiece and
reveals some very big pictures.
The Big Picture Party is a collaboration between the Campaign for Drawing,
Booktrust, the Campaign for Learning and The British Library.